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URGENT!
So here is the update on CT Fishery Regulations and the Trophy Carp Waters and Creel Limits.
There is a meeting TOMORROW to get exemptions to allow unrestricted bow fishing in the following areas. CT River below Middletown, Housy below Derby Dam and the Quinnapiac River.
It is therefore critical to send an email and request that NO decision or exemption to the new regulations be made WITHOUT allowing all interested parties to be engaged in the discussion.
Please send you email to: envtestimony@cga.ct.gov
Please also consider contacting Senator Craig Miner who helped support the new CT Fishery Regulations
http://ctsenaterepublicans.com/contact-miner/
Here is my response below. PLEASE feel free to copy and paste my response or send your own email - but do it today! Also go to the link for Senator Craig Miner who supported the CT regulations and use the contact form to voice your concerns.
Re: Meeting of Environment Committee on Wed March 14th 2018
As a catch & release angler who supports and endorses the Connecticut Trophy Carp Water and Creel Limit regulations for common carp I am extremely concerned to hear that there are changes or amendments being sought without an opportunity for discussion among ALL interested parties.
It is my understanding that the changes would give an exemption to bow fishing on the CT River below Middletown, the Quinnipiac river and below the Derby dam on the Housatonic River. These are without doubt the areas bow fishers most wish to target as it gives them the easiest access to kill Trophy sized carp, especially when spawning in shallow coves and marsh areas.
Bow fishers focus on killing big fish. This is perhaps the greatest area of contention for regular rod & line anglers. A single bow fishing boat can boast of killing 20-30 trophy sized carp in a single night. Carp are long lived and a specimen carp weighing over twenty pounds may be 10-12 years in age and a 30 considerably older. Killing these valuable trophy fish not only destroys the sporting opportunities for the growing numbers of catch & release anglers but can also have significant impacts on the natural environment and balance of fish populations, including native species.
While common carp are sometimes considered ‘invasive’ they are not to be confused with Asian carp species. In many waters such as those in New England they have become naturalized and rarely if ever pose the water quality issues or over population that some claim. Where you find trophy sized carp you will invariably find trophy sized bass, pike, walleye and other species.
Catch & Release Trophy carp fishing has seen a significant growth in recent years here in North America and especially Connecticut. It is already valued at over US $ 7 billion in Europe. CT has seen significant revenue growth for local businesses who sell carp angling bait and tackle and many others who benefit from the influx of visiting anglers. The new carp regulations (without exemptions) would certainly support further growth.
The new CT fishery regulations provided ample opportunity for discussion over the past year.
I would respectfully request that the regulations remain unchanged without any amendment for such exemptions. I am opposed to any exemptions or changes to the recently adopted CT regulations for Trophy Carp Waters and Creel Limits until ALL interested parties have had an opportunity to be engaged in further discussion.
Sincerely,
"Add Your Name"

I would like to welcome Stuart Black as the new CAG State Chair for Arizona.
Stuart is active in the Phoenix area and you can follow whats happening in AZ via the following pages.
Arizona Carp Anglers: www.facebook.com/groups/1458151887778334/
AZ C.A.R.P. www.facebook.com/AZCARP
He’s been organizing local kids fishing events as well as tournaments such as the current ‘Tightlines Cup’.
It would be remiss of me not to mention Carl Gardner as the outgoing chair and his efforts to promote carp in Arizona. Carl (aka Carpman) became state chair back in Dave Moore’s term as President and helped highlight the many opportunities that AZ has to offer. Our best wishes to Carl and we’ll continue to follow his fishing adventures.

I'm sure some of you may already know that Horace (Ol Captain) LaFavor's son Chad passed away recently after a long battle with cancer.
On behalf of CAG and all it's members we offer our sincerest condolences to Horace and his family.
Obituary for Chad Matthew LaFavor
Mr. Chad Matthew LaFavor, 42, of Powder Springs, Georgia passed away Monday, March 5, 2018. He was born January 30, 1976 in Atlanta, Georgia, the son of Mr. Horace Frederick LaFavor and Mrs. Ramona Jean Gifford LaFavor. He was a standout basketball player at Lithia Springs High School. He married Meredith Lawhon on June 22, 1996 in Lithia Springs. He was a hard worker with a strong work ethic. He was employed as a Forklift Operator for Argos USA Cement. He enjoyed weightlifting, coaching basketball and spending time with his family. He enjoyed watching and supporting his daughter in travel softball. He was an avid fan of the Duke Blue Devils. He was a devoted Christian man and loved his family dearly. He was a member of the Villa Rica First Baptist Church. He was a man who made a difference in the lives of others.
He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Meredith Lawhon LaFavor of Powder Springs; daughter, Macie LaFavor; son, Jake LaFavor; his parents, Horace and Ramona LaFavor of Eatonton; sister and brother-in-law, Lauren and Chris Brown of Milledgeville; his maternal grandmother, Dorothy Gifford of Austell; one granddaughter, Sadie Brooke LaFavor; four nephews, Gage Brown, Carter Brown, Caleb Schmidt, and Noah Schmidt; niece, Hannah Schmidt; several aunts, uncles and cousins.
The family will receive friends at the Villa Rica First Baptist Church, 1483 W. Highway 78, Villa Rica, GA 30180, Saturday, March 10, 2018 from 12:00 PM until 2:00 PM. Memorial Services will be conducted immediately following the visitation at 2:00 PM at the Villa Rica First Baptist Church with Dr. Kevin Williams officiating.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Jones-Wynn Funeral Home & Crematory, 2189 Midway Road, Douglasville, GA 30135, for the continuing education of the children.
Messages of condolence to the family may be sent at www.jones-wynn.com. Jones-Wynn Funeral Home & Crematory of Douglasville is in charge of arrangements. 770-942-2311
http://www.jones-wynn.com/obituaries/Chad-Lafavor/

Welcome! There are certainly quite a few dedicated Carp Angler’s here in CT. I live near West Hartford but there a few from your area. I know some have local spots both in the Stamford area & just across the border in NY. I’m sure if you come to the Carp Conference in April you’ll meet up with a few.

This year we can announce that Mark Pitchers has agreed to join us on the ‘big screen’ for our 2018 NECC Live Link.
Mark probably needs no introduction but his bio simply reads:
Carp Angler, Angling Journalist, Fishery Owner, Consultant & self proclaimed carp freak!
Mark’s series ‘The Challenge’ has been a huge hit on TV & YouTube. His DVD “In Pursuit of Carpiness” with Harry Charrington featured their fishing adventures including a visit to the USA and a July 4th session on the CT River in Middletown.
Now that's Carpy!
The 2018 North East Carp Conference is being held Saturday April 21st at the Elks Club in Middletown CT (same location as last year).
Tickets are now on sale in the CAG store!
http://www.carpanglersgroup.com/forum/index.php?/store/category/73-north-east-carp-conference/

Here's a flyer I made up a few years ago.
I used Google translate so cannot vouch for the accuracy of the translations but hopefully it will get the message across!
You can print out a few copies and hand them out as you see fit.
Please Release the Big Carp.pdf

Please Release the Big Carp Flyer
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This is a handout flyer that invites people to release big carp.
I used Google Translate so not sure how accurate it might be but hopefully it will help!
Please Release the Big Carp
Please take only smaller carp to eat and release any fish greater than 5Kg or 12lb. This will allow the bigger fish to grow and breed so you will always have fish to eat and it will make good fishing for everyone.
Danger! In many places the water and sediments are polluted with dangerous chemicals and toxins. Eating only small fish will be safer for you and your family. It is recommended that you eat only one fish meal each week.
Submitter
(CT) Savayman
Submitted
03/06/2018
Category
General

As President of the Carp Anglers Group of North America I'm immensely proud of this achievement. Common carp are often considered a 'trash' fish here in North America and most states offer no protection for carp (of any size), nor limits on the number of carp that can be killed or taken and in some cases actively promote their destruction.
So I'm delighted that my home state of Connecticut has just announced the following new regulations for the creation of trophy carp waters and limits on the taking of carp from all other state waters.
COMMON CARP
There is now a creel limit of 5 common carp per day, with no more than 1 fish greater than 30 inches in length, except in Trophy Carp Waters.
TROPHY CARP WATERS
Batterson Park Pond, Connecticut River (including the portions of tributaries open year-round), Squantz Pond and West Thompson Reservoir are designated as Trophy Carp Waters with a one carp per day creel limit and a 26 inch maximum length for Common Carp.
This is a true milestone & recognition for the work that we've been doing behind the scenes over many years. I'll be making another post later to thank those who helped make this possible!
#trophycarpwaters #carpanglersgroup #joincag

There are always some great deals on bait & tackle to be had at the NECC making it an ideal time to stock up in preparation for the season ahead! Keep a look out for updates from our vendors. If you don't have your ticket yet please don't wait!

The 2018 North East Carp Conference is being held Saturday April 21st at the Elks Club in Middletown CT (same location as last year).
Tickets are now on sale in the CAG store!
http://www.carpanglersgroup.com/forum/index.php?/store/category/73-north-east-carp-conference/
After the success of last years NECC we are anticipating that this will be a sell out event. Please get your tickets now.
Rig, Bait & Beginner Clinics.
Tackle & Bait Vendors.
Expert Panel Q&A – We are planning another live video link with one of the UKs top carp anglers!
Guest Speakers – talks from top level carp anglers
Door & Raffle Prizes – Hundreds of $$$ worth of top tackle prizes.
Food & Beverages on sale during day.
Vendors include:
Big Carp Tackle, CarpMaxx, Trilogy, Advanced Fishing Rods, World Classic Baits, Fishing Factory, Carp Mart, Trilogy
Don't miss it!

Update on Treasurer position.
Paul Cienciera has notified the Board that he is no longer able to take on the role of Treasurer.
As a result I will assume the role until we can find someone to takeover. Jerome has also agreed to help provide logistical support.
If any CAG member wishes to be considered for this key position please get in touch.

I'm delighted to announce that Paul Cienciera from Michigan has been elected as the our new treasurer.
As many of you know Jerome Moisand announced, earlier in the Fall, his decision to step down from the Board of Directors and his role as CAG Treasurer.
Jerome has agreed to shadow Paul over the coming weeks to ensure a seamless transition.
Over the years Jerome has been at the heart of supporting CAG in a number of roles. In addition to being Treasurer he's been Director of Awards, Director of Events, Vice President and even NACA Editor. Thank-you for your years of service and we all look forward to seeing more fishing stories and great captures while you enjoy your retirement!

I'm delighted to announce that Dave Pickering has stepped forward and been elected as the new Vice President for CAG.
Dave has been a longtime member of CAG and currently serves as the State Chair for Rhode Island and on the Board of Directors as CAG Secretary.
His depth of knowledge and understanding for running of CAG makes him well very qualified to take on this role.